Sri Lanka - naval ensigns

Last modified: 2005-09-17 by rob raeside
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The Sri Lanka naval ensign is white with the national flag in the canton.
Jan Zrzavy, 16 January 1998

In 1972 the red St George's cross was removed, when Sri Lanka became a republic.
David Prothero, 4 November 1998
 

History of the Merchant Ensign

1802 - 1955. Red Ensign, British canton.
1955 - 1969. Red Ensign, Ceylon canton.
1969 - Ceylon/Sri Lanka National Flag.
1955 - Blue Ensign, Ceylon/Sri Lanka canton, if commanded by Naval Reserve Officer.

David Prothero, 1 February 2003

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I have received from the Navy headquarters in Colombo the following info